Question

1. what is the main factor that drives the formation of hurricanes? a. low ocean temperatures b. warm ocean temperatures 8. what type of air pressure is associated with fair weather conditions? a. low pressure b. high pressure 9. what weather phenomenon is characterized by a rapidly rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground? a. hurricane b. tornado 10. what is the purpose of a weather satellite? a. measure ocean currents b. track hurricanes and storm systems c. study volcanic eruptions

Explanation:

1. Warm ocean temps fuel hurricanes.
2. High - pressure brings fair weather.
3. A tornado is a rotating air column.
4. Weather satellites track storms.

Answer:

1. b. Warm ocean temperatures
2. b. High pressure
3. b. Tornado
4. b. Track hurricanes and storm systems